Bach, Wagner and the THOMANERCHOR LEIPZIG (St. Thomas Choir of Leipzig)
Leipzig is not only considered Music capital of Germany, but also as one of the music cities in all of Europe. Many important musicians such as Johann Sebastian Bach or Robert Schumann were active in Leipzig. Richard Wagner was born here and began his musical education in Leipzig. The Leipzig Music Trail, which takes you past all the composers' homes and places of work. For music lovers in Leipzig, we can also recommend a visit to the Oper Leipzig I would recommend it: The building is not only an absolute eye-catcher visually – the program is also diverse and varied. Opposite is the Gewandhaus, an equally breathtaking building in which the Gewandhausorchester And when we talk about music in Leipzig, we can’t help but THOMANERCHOR LEIPZIG (St. Thomas Choir of Leipzig) simply not over! As one of the oldest choirs in the world He is also known for Bach's previous role as leader of the ensemble and also performs several times a week in Leipzig. Goosebumps guaranteed in St. Thomas Church.
A cultural highlight is definitely the International Bach Competition LeipzigHe is considered one of the world's most important musical competitions for young musicians. In 2025, it will be structurally reorganized: instead of a biennial with three competition subjects each, the focus will now be on a changing subject. The music competition will be held annually and the event period from July to Mar. laid – with a worldwide streamed final am March 21, Bach's birthday!
The Bach Competition 2025 will be held in the piano category and in cooperation with the Julius Blüthner Pianofortefabrik, the Mitteldeutscher Rundfunk and the Gewandhaus Concert Hall from 13 to 21 March 2025. You can find out who will play when and where in the official Timetable. Tickets for the final on March 21st at 18 pm in the Gewandhaus in Leipzig you can already Here magazine.
Could a new star be "born" here in Leipzig? The fact is: you definitely won't miss it!
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eventful history
The Leipzig city history is long and impressive. If you want to follow the traces of Leipzig's history during your stay in Leipzig, we recommend a look at the City History Museum Here, all information is collected, archived and presented in exhibitions and collections. Leipzig is also known as City of the Peaceful Revolution The demonstration of 70.000 citizens on 9 October 1989 is considered the main reason for the fall of the then-dominant SED dictatorship. Museum in the "Round Corner" is the former district administration of the Stasi and still shows in a permanent exhibition how people used to work there. The Contemporary History Forum offers supporting exhibitions that document, among other things, the reunification process. So there is plenty for history buffs to discover!
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The mass is read
This sentence is not uncommon in Leipzig. As Trade fair city Leipzig is the venue for a variety of trade fairs with a wide range of topics and content every year. The location of the new exhibition center A total of five exhibition halls with over 111.000 square meters of covered and 70.000 square meters of open exhibition space are available. In addition, the Congress Center Leipzig probably one of the most modern congress and conference centres in Europe. Impressive figures, which are also due to a steadily increasing interest of visitors in projects such as the Leipzig Book Fair be underlined.
leisure opportunities en masse
In addition to the many cultural opportunities, you can of course also spend your free time in Leipzig in other ways. shopping can be found mainly in the center:
A Shopping experience The Leipzig Central Station. He is not only the largest terminal station in Europe, but has the PROMENADEN Hauptbahnhof Leipzig There are also 142 shops and restaurants. The diverse range of products, with a focus on fashion, food, consumer electronics and a comprehensive range of services, not only inspires us, but also the 100.000 daily visitors. Many travelers (who are passing through) are greeted by a huge shopping paradise immediately after arriving at Leipzig Central Station, making the shopping center a meeting place for people from the region and a popular destination for visitors from all parts of the Republic Here, strolling and feasting on three floors is a real pleasure!
The passages and courtyards invite you to stroll and shop thanks to their ambience. Take a look at the Mädler Passage where, among other things, Auerbach's Cellar can be found. Also Speck's Hof and the Höfe am Brühl are worth a visit. If you are visiting Leipzig with your family, you should definitely visit Leipzig Zoo one of the most beautiful zoos in Europe. Elephants, giraffes and penguins are among the animals at home here. The amusement park is located just outside Leipzig. Belantis. Games, fun and adventure are guaranteed here and therefore perfect for an exciting family outing is suitable.
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Impressive buildings
If Leipzig is known for one thing, it is for its beautiful buildings. Numerous architectural masterpieces tower up into the sky. For example, the Monument to the Battle of the Nations, which with a height of 91 meters and an area of four hectares is one of the largest monuments in Europe counts. A look at the new townhall is worth it, as it has the with 114 meters the highest town hall tower in GermanyThe city's churches also provide an impressive panorama. A visit to Leipzig should include at least a detour to the Thomas Church and the Nikolaikirche Anyone who climbs the stairs to the church towers is guaranteed a wonderful view over the city.
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Young Creative Leipzig
They are artistic, productive and full of ideas: more and more young people are coming to Leipzig to give free rein to their creativity and to realize their ideas. Part of the up-and-coming urban scene is definitely in Plagwitz Also known as modern artists' quarter It has a magical attraction for students, artists and entrepreneurs. On the grounds of the Old Cotton Spinning Mill Today, there are numerous galleries and exhibitions, which over the years has created a creative arts center Renovated residential buildings and old monuments are also part of the repertoire of the creative, up-and-coming district. We say: You have only really seen Leipzig when you have seen our beautiful Plagwitz strolled!
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Leipzig loves art
Attention art lovers: In case you didn’t know, Leipzig is one of Germany’s art meccas. Whether you’re looking to follow the scene in the Spinnerei, the art powerhouse or to the wallpaper factory or the old masters in the Museum der bildenden Künste visited: The city offers numerous opportunities and supports a variety of projects through targeted funding.
On your next visit, take a look at the museums in GRASSI: In GRASSI Museum of Applied Arts, the GRASSI Museum of Ethnology in Leipzig and also in GRASSI Museum for Musical Instruments There are exciting insights into various thematic areas to see. In the GRASSI Museum of Applied Arts Visitor-friendly opening hours (for example, it is always open until 20 p.m. on Wednesdays!) ensure flexibility - so the exhibitions can also be visited during the week in the evening. The current special exhibition FUTURES opens at 10 am, the other areas from 12 pm. Special highlight: Under the label ART AFTER WORK find more in GRASSI event offers after work. Special tours, workshops and activities also attract visitors to the museum in the evenings.
Or maybe you fancy a immersive art experience? Then you are in Kunstkraftwerk Leipzig exactly right. The Kunstkraftwerk is Germany's first museum for digital and multimedia art and is considered a hotspot for creatives and art lovers of all ages in Leipzig. The current exhibition "ORIGINS-Life's Epic Journey" invites you into a digital world in which the origins of life - from the beginnings of the universe to the first life forms - with impressive 360° visualizations becomes an immersive experience. Overall 8 exhibition rooms make ORIGINS a unique visual and emotional journey.
You like music and want to find out why Leipzig is music city known? Then we can recommend a visit to the Mendelssohn House and in the Schumann House warmly recommend.
Im Mendelssohn House The work and creation of the famous musician will be presented on three floors Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy during his time in Leipzig. Among other things, you can also visit a reconstruction of his former apartment. With a bit of luck, you can also attend one of the great live concerts. Just have a look at the Calendar of Events of the House.
The Schumann House invites you to the premises of the well-known musician couple Robert and Clara Schumann Under the motto "Welcome to the Schumanns' Home" A sound room with sound installation and an audio guide lead through the house and the exhibition. The Schumann House also regularly hosts concerts for interested people and music enthusiasts. A look into the Calendar of Events is therefore always worthwhile! By the way: every first Wednesday of the month is the entrance to the Schumann House Free and every first Sunday you can join a public leadership through the house!
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Experience nature in and around Leipzig
Green spaces in a big city? It's possible in Leipzig! Hardly any other city offers so much nature.. Parks, rivers, lakes – in Leipzig you will not lack any of these things. Right in the centre you can, for example, go through the Johannapark which in turn leads directly to the Clara Zetkin Park Or you can simply walk along the Weiße Elster which runs through the south-western part of Leipzig. Particularly recommended in summer: The Leipzig NeuseenlandThere is no better place to relax in warm temperatures than on the beaches of the Lake Cospuden, of the Markkleeberger Seeor Kulkwitz LakeOr you can simply explore Leipzig via its many waterways, such as the Karl-Heine-Kanal? Whether by canoe or rowing boat – with the water trips you have the opportunity to discover impressive cityscapes, bridges and other industrial architecture from a completely new perspective. A unique experience!
Sleepless through the night
Sleep peacefully at night? Not in Leipzig! As in any other big city, the Nightlife an important role. The many clubs, pubs and events are particularly popular among the younger scene. The pubs on the pub miles are also particularly popular Drallewatsch – also as Barfußgässchen known – the Gottschedstraße, Karl-Heine-Straße or Karl-Liebknecht-Straße, liebevoll Karli Afterwards, Leipzig residents often head to the Moritzbastei, one of the largest student clubs in Germany. An evening after work can sometimes last a little longer.
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Hidden Leipzig
In addition to the many well-known places in Leipzig, there are also those that only the true connoisseurs Magical places, buildings, restaurants, streets and much more that reflect the unique Leipzig flair.
If you want to go on a journey of discovery off the beaten track in Leipzig, you should Hidden Leipzig stop by! Here you will find secret places outside the classic tourist paths, which even some Leipzig residents probably don't know yet.
We hope that we have been able to give you some ideas and reasons to visit our beautiful city. See you soon!
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